Tuberculosis centre

TB is among the biggest and long-standing health challenge for India, accounting for 4.23 lakh deaths annually. While the country has made considerable progress, bold and innovative steps are required to eliminate the disease by 2030.

Tuberculosis: Challenges and overview

TB continues to be among the severest health crisis being faced by India. Although India has managed to scale up basic TB services, bold and innovative steps are required to eliminate the disease from the country by 2030.

The Revised National Tuberculosis Control Program (RNTCP), launched by the Government of India, aims to facilitate universal access to TB diagnosis and treatment.